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Accutrak converts financial data into meaningful information to help closely held entities achieve their goals. We fulfill our purpose when we support the accomplishments of others. We acknowledge the discomfort that financials…
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Aderworks is a boutique Fund Development Firm with expertise in building organizational capacity so non-profits can expand the impact of their work. We provide comprehensive and holistic fundraising and programatic development services…
Another World Planning & Design is dedicated to imagining and creating healthier, more resilient communities. Another World provides professional urban planning and design services for public, non-profit, grassroots, and private sector clients who…
The mission of Before There Were Borders is to provide grant writing and management services to non-profits who serve Middle Eastern non-profit organizations or NGO’s. Our goal is to aid organizations develop…
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Best Practices Consulting Services is a small business support agency specializing in capacity building for those seeking assistance pertaining to profit maximization, internal controls, market assessment, and development. As organization development specialists,…
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Welcome to Beyond Existing EnterprisesBusiness mentors are key—we’re choosy regarding client selection. BEE address ALL of the organizational needs of your nonprofit or faith-based organization to assure that it is sustainable….
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Blacktree CPA Group is a registered accounting firm that uses machine learning to analyze data and automate processes, providing you with a streamlined roadmap to organizing your business and personal accounting and…
Blended Collective is a connector for individuals and businesses of multicultural backgrounds to inspire and push forward growth, change and innovation. Authenticity, culture, and diversity define the core of who we are…
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I apply my strategic thinking and talent engagement expertise at the intersection of PEOPLE, PURPOSE and PROCESS. I serve small to medium-sized nonprofits, collaboratively leading them to untangle complex issues and set strategic…
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I’m a passionate about creating high quality deliverables for small businesses and business owners. I believe in the “little guy” and those that are inexperienced because I want to see them win!…
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Since it’s inception in 1988, the staff of Carlisle | Wortman Associates, Inc. (CWA) has grown from two to 22 professionals: professional planners, landscape architects, architects, professional engineers, code officials, and plan…
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Yen Azzaro is an illustrator and graphic recorder. Graphic recording, graphic facilitation, or visual storytelling is the practice of drawing and capturing of what people say, in real time. This large illustration…
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Cities Reimagined uses a combination of data and the lived experience of residents to help leaders diagnose and solve urban problems. Cities Reimagined’s founder, Alex Johnston, started her career as a social worker….
We are a hub for accelerating collaborative action in Southeast Michigan’s nonprofit community. We have paired national best practice research with local insights and context to develop a nimble and coordinated approach…
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Commonwealth Consulting was created to increase the positive impact achieved by foundations and service providing nonprofits in Detroit by assisting with the development of strategy, building their capacity to implement these strategies…
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Composed Consulting, LLC’s mission is to help nonprofits meet their mission better. We believe in coaching our clients while providing services, in an attempt to strengthen the organization’s internal skills and capabilities….
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To assist current or potential create organizational development plans, activities, systems and strategies of accountability integrity and outcomes that fulfill and/or enhance their mission.
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Core Focus Associates LLC partners with non-profit fundraising operations to provide business intelligence services aimed at driving major donor fundraising. Our focus is to add science to the art of fundraising, helping…
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The mission of Data Driven Detroit (D3) is to provide accessible, high-quality information and analysis to drive informed decision-making. Our vision is that essential and unbiased information is used by all. A…
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Detroit-based “Think-Visualize-Do-Tank” focused on the areas where workforce, real estate, economic development, and non-profits intersect to lift up normal humans with improved policy and program outcomes for our communities.
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Detroit Philanthropy believes in the power of social impact, and champions philanthropy throughout metro Detroit. We are passionate about helping others, making meaningful connections, solving problems, and creating impact in our community….
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Emergence Collective works alongside organizations seeking to be more effective and reflective using more inclusive and participatory approaches. Our approach is centered on capacity building, it’s our priority to work with our partners in…
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We create high quality video content for businesses and organizations to increase awareness, sales, and fundraising efforts. Not only do we produce turn-key video content, we guide marketing strategy of your video…
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Future Insight Consulting, operated by Kimberly Hill Knott, understands the value of creating change together with communities, corporate partners, and non-profits. FIC brings decades of community organizing, policy work, and corporate sectors…
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The mission of Gateway Grant Writing is to assist nonprofit organizations improve their ability to deliver services and to reach new milestones by offering solutions that will help increase funding opportunities, fine…
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Gateway to Grants mission: We are dedicated to connecting the nonprofit community with funders who share their passions. Our business philosophy is to use our talents, previous business experience and technology to…
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Help most building owners lower operating costs for energy/ water savings, with no addt’l upfront cost and cash positive projects from Day One! Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) MI public-private finance law…
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Guiding Force Consulting was founded out of the growing need for fundraising expertise in the metro Detroit area. While new non-profits are being formed daily, teams are struggling to keep up with…
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Logo for Hollingsworth Consulting Nautilus Graphic L Joyce Hollingsworth of Hollingsworth Consulting has a passion, talent and track record for helping individual agencies as well as collaborations of different organizations to create…
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Invisible Engines builds powerful brands so that nonprofits and social impact ventures can grow missions into movements. We’re creative problem solvers who help our clients solve a single issue: how to build…
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We provide Cinematography services to clients to help promote their business, individuals and or products in a storytelling manner.
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The mission of JFM Consulting Group is to promote positive social change in the communities in which we work through strategies, planning, research and evaluation. We work in partnership with the nonprofit,…
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JOURNi is an organization dedicated to equipping urban communities with the skills and resources necessary to jumpstart their local economies. We strive to build an authentically inclusive tech ecosystem in the city…
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Kate Harris Group supports organizations navigating significant change. This often looks like strategic affiliations or mergers, restructuring, leadership transitions, sunsetting or dissolution. The only constant is change. So if you’re envisioning something…
While each member of the Kennari Consulting team brings a unique mix of expertise and knowledge, we are all guided by a core set of principles that drives our work. These values…
Kress Consulting serves the nonprofit field to offer executive counsel for philanthropy and governance. Our services are highly customized (no boilerplates or junior associates), offering deep experience/expertise in major gifts, planned gifts,…
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EXPERTISE is in human-centered inclusive design, project management, community-based participatory planning and placemaking, strategic planning, accessibility, and translating between wisdom, expertise, and stakeholders.
APPROACH is…
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La Prima Group’s mission is being the first to provide a full range of services for individuals and organizations that bolster community engagement, continued inclusivity, and creativity by ensuring efficiency, effectiveness, and…
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I work with nonprofits to elevate brands, craft compelling narratives, and lead strategic communications and media campaigns proven to advance organizational goals. I am a creative storyteller, trusted advisor, and dedicated people…
We give innovative leaders and social entrepreneurs more capacity to achieve their missions and to sustain themselves while doing difficult work. We also aim for systems change and more equitable access to…
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Media Genesis, Inc., prides itself on its commitment to helping non-profits, foundations, and member organizations with attracting new members, organizing fundraising efforts, consulting and strategy development, designing for web and print, and…
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Mission: NEW inspires and equips mission-driven people, organizations and communities to realize their visions of a just and thriving society. Vision: Empowered leaders, flourishing nonprofits, and vibrant communities.
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Mission: To create, deliver and activate business strategy and development solutions to progressive, results oriented organizations to accelerate growth. Nicole Lewis & Associates, LLC (NLA) was founded in 2017 by Nicole Lewis –…
Nourish provides an artful style of facilitation that centers creativity, communication, and community. We deliver workshops and social learning events that take a human-centered approach to DEIA so that diverse audiences can…
P8 Real Estate Solutions is both purpose and solution driven. Our focus is on small scale commercial real estate development IN Detroit neighborhoods. Large developments are nice, but I believe that small…
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Francis Grunow is an urbanist working across sectors in the service of cities—especially his hometown of Detroit, Michigan. Francis has experience with Nonprofit Organizations, Urban Planning, Government and Policy Matters, Community Economic…
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ResultsLab is a woman-owned social enterprise that propels organizations, communities, and networks to the next level of impact through quality design and effective use of data. We are reinventing impact management by providing strategic design…
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S5 Consulting Group’s mission is to provide comprehensive fundraising consulting and assistance to entities that wish to apply for federal, state, local, or corporate/foundation grant funding. With over 20 years of experience,…
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I help organizations, brands, professionals, and entrepreneurs communicate their social mission and articulate their authentic voice. Their words matter because they and their work matter. I believe in honoring voices with appropriate,…
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The mission of No Nonsense Fundraising, LLC is to level the playing field for nonprofits serving low-income communities. As a small child, my mother received benefits from Focus Hope. When my younger…
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We promote healthy companies in the state of Michigan and across the country, through strategic planning, fundraising, and other personalized services. Increase organizational sustainability, resolve stakeholder conflict, and develop strategies and planning…
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Sparklefurry partners with passionate entrepreneurs and cause marketers to launch new brands and rejuvenate existing brands for forward thinking companies. We provide smart, relevant, integrated branding solutions that resonate with target audiences,…
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As professional meeting/event/convening organizers, our purpose is to help our clients gather with purpose. We are meeting design and planning experts based in Detroit but with experience working in all 50 states,…
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The mission of SunRaise Consulting is to help promote a more equitable future where economic opportunities shine on everyone.
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TeQuionBrookins LLC is a 5-star rated, consulting and technology firm delivering innovative, high-quality solutions since 2018. We represent a combined 70+ years of cross-industry experience and are a certified minority-woman owned small…
The Applewhite Agency partners with organizations that desire to become the preferred solution and dominate their market. We take a strategy-first approach to purpose-driven marketing, relentlessly focusing on innovation, progressive growth, and…
The Leadership Group is a team of experienced business executives who have a passion for leadership, team and organization development. We take pride in bringing our expertise and team approach to provide…
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Our values and mission are driven by building relationships. We work primarily with grassroots to mid-size nonprofits with the philosophy of meeting them where they are and working alongside staff or board…
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Founder of the firm, Peter Remington, has been involved in fundraising and philanthropy since the early 70s. He has instilled a passion for the firm to help organizations be the best they…
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Our mission is to create beautiful, meaningful content that our clients and collaborators absolutely cannot wait to share. We work with a diverse set of clients, and we like that each project…
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The Work Department is a people-centered design and strategy studio in Detroit. We partner with organizations across sectors and industries to develop communications, programming, and operational strategies that help them do more….
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I help nonprofits and social enterprises solve long-term challenges through capacity building, with an emphasis on fundraising, board develoment, and organizational/strategic planning. My philosophy is that a successful fundraising program is transformative,…
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Tower & Company works primarily with mission-driven organizations in the Southeast Michigan area to help improve their talent management (selection, talent development, succession planning, performance management, etc.) and organizational development. There are…
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We introduce organizations to new productivity. Often asking for guidance about your existing or new technology is embarrassing or difficult. Our team of Microsoft experts enjoy working with people, providing guidance and…
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The Detroit Collaborative Design Center (DCDC) is a nonprofit design center located in the University of Detroit Mercy’s School of Architecture. DCDC provides high-quality and community-engaged design to neighborhoods in Detroit. We…
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Westcomm is a full-service marketing and communications agency with offices in Detroit and Indianapolis. For 24+ years, our team has provided comprehensive internal and external business communications for nonprofit organizations of all sizes and…
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WordSource’s purpose is to use its network and expertise to help organizations attract resources, including money and relationships, that allow them to deliver on their mission. It is committed to providing high…
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